Program Overview

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University Program Information

The university offers a range of programs in the field of nursing, including the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program.

MSN Program Overview

The MSN program is designed to prepare students for advanced practice in nursing, with tracks available in Family Nurse Practitioner and Nursing Leadership.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the MSN program, applicants must meet certain requirements, including:

• Researching the programs offered and selecting the one that best meets their educational and career goals
• Gathering all necessary application materials, including transcripts and test scores
• Submitting all application materials by the deadline

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the MSN program vary by track and term.

• For the Family Nurse Practitioner track:
  • Spring 2027: September 30
  • Fall 2026: June 1
• For the Nursing Leadership track:
  • Fall 2026: June 1

Application Process

Applications for the MSN program are submitted through the Nursing Centralized Application System (NCAS) platform.

• Applicants must submit all required documents, including the application, personal statement, résumé, and transcripts
• International applicants must submit TOEFL scores and a course-by-course evaluation of international credentials
• The NCAS system will prompt applicants to provide names and email addresses for three references

Notification

Once an application is received, the applicant will be assigned a seven-digit application ID and granted access to ApplyUTH, where they can track the status of their application materials.

• Admission decisions and notifications are made on a rolling basis
• Approximate notification dates can be found on the applications deadline page

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Can I request a change of major after I'm admitted?
  • A: Requests to change tracks are reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the track director
• Q: What is the time limit for test scores?
  • A: For international students, the TOEFL must have been taken in the past two years
• Q: I have submitted my official transcripts, but they are listed as incomplete in ApplyUTH
  • A: The Registrar's Office updates transcript status to "receive" only when an official, final transcript has been recorded

Academics

The university offers a range of academic programs, including:

• Academic Overview
• Pre-Nursing Program
• BSN Program
• MSN Program
• DNP Program
• PhD Program
• Post-Graduate Program

Educational Programs

The university offers various educational programs, including:

• BSN-DNP Nurse Anesthesia
• BSN-DNP Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• DNP (Post-master's Entry)
  • Nurse Anesthesia
  • Nursing Leadership and Administration
  • Nurse Practitioner/CNS
  • Nursing Informatics
• PhD Program Overview
• BSN to PhD
• DNP to PhD
• PhD (Post-master's Entry)
• Post-Graduate Program Overview
  • Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Emergency Nurse Practitioner
  • Emergency Medical Services Nurse Practitioner
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Nursing Education
  • Nursing Leadership
  • Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Practice

The university offers various practice opportunities, including Health Services.

Innovation

The university is committed to innovation, with a focus on:

• Nursing Research
• Educational Innovation

Community

The university values community connection and engagement.